LAB ACTIVITY #1 AIR PRESSURE & WIND_PADUA

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Name:______________________________________________________ Date:___________________________________

Subject:____________________________________________________ Grade & Section:______________________

Exploring Air Pressure and Wind

Introduction: Air pressure and wind are fundamental components of Earth's weather systems. Air
pressure refers to the force exerted by the weight of the air in the atmosphere, while wind is the
movement of air from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure. These phenomena play a
crucial role in shaping weather patterns and influencing global and local climates.

Understanding the relationship between air pressure and wind is essential for grasping how
weather systems develop and change. When differences in air pressure occur due to temperature
variations, air moves to balance these differences, creating wind. This movement not only affects
daily weather but also contributes to the formation of storms, ocean currents, and global circulation
patterns.

Objectives:

1. Understand how differences in air pressure create wind.


2. Observe the effect of temperature on air pressure.
3. Create a simple model to demonstrate the movement of air due to pressure differences.

Materials:

 2 clear plastic bottles


 2 balloons
 A bowl of hot water
 A bowl of ice water
 A large flat tray or surface
 Paper strips (1–2 cm wide)
 Tape
 Drinking straw
 Matches or a lighter (adult supervision required)
 A glass jar

Activity 1: Air Pressure and Balloon Expansion

Procedure:

1. Stretch a balloon over the opening of a plastic bottle, ensuring it’s airtight.
2. Place the bottle in the bowl of hot water and observe the balloon.
3. Move the bottle to the bowl of ice water and observe the changes.
Observation:
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Activity 2: Demonstrating Wind Movement

Procedure:
1. Place a lit candle on a flat surface.
2. Tape two paper strips to the ends of a drinking straw to act as flaps.
3. Hold the straw about 10 cm above the candle so one end of the straw is over the flame
and the other is away from it.
4. Observe the movement of the paper strips.
Observation:
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Activity 3: Air Pressure Difference Experiment


Procedure:
1. Light a small piece of paper and drop it into a glass jar.
2. Quickly cover the jar with a small piece of cardboard.
3. Watch how the cardboard gets pulled tightly against the jar as the flame dies.

Observation:
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Guide Questions:

1. How does air pressure change with temperature?

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2. What would happen to wind patterns if there were no differences in air pressure on
Earth?

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3. How does this activity relate to real-world weather patterns, like sea breezes or
hurricanes?

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